San Marcos, TX

Texas · Caldwell County · Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos Metro

San Marcos is a mid-size city in Texas with a population of 68,920. Residents earn $51,030 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.0 /5.0

B Good

68,920 Population 1,726/sq mi density

$51,030 Median Income $26,576 per capita

$269,700 Home Value $309,553 Zillow

$1,299 Median Rent 38.7% income on rent

69°F Avg Temperature 300 sunny days/yr

364 Violent Crime/100K 2,308 property/100K

Overall

3.0 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

3.4 / 5.0

$51,030 median income, 4.1% unemployment

B+

Affordability

3.7 / 5.0

$269,700 home value, $1,299/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

364 violent crimes/100K (4% below avg)

B+

Education

4.0 / 5.0

37.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $51,030

32% lower than US avg

Home Value $269,700

4% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 364/100K

4% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 37.3%

11% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,299

12% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.3%

22% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.1%

14% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 11.5%

7% lower than US avg

How San Marcos Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population68,920

Median Age25.5 yrs

Density1,726/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 63%

Veterans4.3%

Economy

Median Income$51,030

Per Capita$26,576

Unemployment4.1%

Poverty11.5%

County GDP$1,559M

Commute24 min

Housing

B+

Home Value$269,700

Rent$1,299

Ownership30.5%

Zillow$309,553

Housing Units29,540

Rent Burden38.7%

Crime

Violent364/100K

Property2,308/100K

Murder12.1/100K

Assault195/100K

Burglary344/100K

Health

Obesity39.3%

Uninsured20.1%

Smoking14.3%

Depression22.8%

Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain36.6 in/yr

Sunny Days300/yr

Elevation584 ft (178 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+37.3%

High School+90.9%

Graduate+13.5%

School Score4.58

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%

Commute24 min

Broadband83.9%

EV Stations23

Libraries4

Is San Marcos a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, San Marcos receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. San Marcos offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in San Marcos is $51,030, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in San Marcos is $269,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,299 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in San Marcos is below the national average at 364 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,308 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

San Marcos enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

San Marcos has a population of 68,920 with a density of 1,726 people per square mile, spread across 39.9 square miles. The median age is 25.5 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.1% female and 46.9% male. The city is predominantly White (63.3%), with 3.1% Hispanic, 5.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 71.1% of residents, while 28.9% speak Spanish. 4.3% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 13.2% of residents have a disability. 83.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

68,920

Total Population

1,726

People / sq mi

25.5yrs

Median Age

34% below US avg

39.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%

Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

San Marcos vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 71.1%

9% below US avg

Spanish 28.9%

116% above US avg

Social Characteristics

San Marcos vs U.S. Average

The median household income in San Marcos is $51,030, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,576 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,019, 29% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 887 business establishments, including 75 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 10.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: San Marcos vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$51,030
	32% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$26,576
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,019
IRS Avg AGI	$60,854
Gini Index	0.411 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.1%
	14% above US avg
Poverty Rate	11.5%
	7% below US avg
Establishments (County)	887
County GDP	$1,559M

Business (County)

Restaurants	75
Healthcare	71
Retail	92
Manufacturing	30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,922
	98% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.1 min
Drive Alone	71.0%
Public Transit	1.2%
Work from Home	10.1%

Walkability

The median home value in San Marcos is $269,700, 4% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $309,553, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.8% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,299 (12% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. 30.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 29,540 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1997. The average annual property tax is $6,922 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 38.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$269,700
	4% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$309,553
Median List Price	$314,990

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$314,990
$/Sq Ft	$182
Homes Sold	53
Sale-to-List Ratio	97.8%
Price Drops	25.9%
Inventory	406

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,299
	12% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,363
Rent Burden	38.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$887
1 Bedroom	$935
2 Bedrooms	$1,149
3 Bedrooms	$1,497
4 Bedrooms	$1,733

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	30.5%
Owner-Occupied	30.5%
Renter-Occupied	69.5%
Housing Units	29,540
Median Year Built	1997

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,922
	98% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.57%

In San Marcos, 39.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.0% of residents. 34.0% have high blood pressure. 14.3% are current smokers. 17.0% report binge drinking. 29.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 22.8% report depression. 18.5% experience frequent mental distress. 20.1% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,899. The dentist ratio is 1:3,190. 40.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.1 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-21)

PM2.5

4.4

μg/m³

Fine particulate

PM10

4.8

μg/m³

Coarse particulate

NO₂

2.6

μg/m³

Nitrogen dioxide

O₃

81.0

μg/m³

Ozone

SO₂

1.5

μg/m³

Sulphur dioxide

134.0

μg/m³

Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: San Marcos vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.3%
	22% above US avg
Diabetes	13.4%
Heart Disease	6.0%
High Blood Pressure	34.0%
Asthma	10.0%
COPD	6.4%
Cancer	6.1%
Stroke	3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.3%
	2% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.0%
Physical Inactivity	29.4%
Depression	22.8%
Mental Distress	18.5%
Physical Distress	14.5%
Short Sleep	37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	83.9%
Uninsured	20.1%
	134% above US avg
Primary Care	1:3,899
Dentists	1:3,190
Mental Health	1:1,216
Checkup Rate	72.5%
Dental Visits	50.6%
Premature Death	9,139/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.1/10
Exercise Access	40.0%
Healthcare Facilities	71

San Marcos has a violent crime rate of 364 per 100,000 residents, 4% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 194.6 per 100,000, robbery at 39.2, rape at 117.7. The murder rate is 12.1 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,308 per 100,000, 18% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,774, burglary at 344, vehicle theft at 190 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 17 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, San Marcos receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: San Marcos vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	363.6/100K
	4% below US avg
Murder	12.1/100K
	92% above US avg
Rape	117.7/100K
Robbery	39.2/100K
Assault	194.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	2,308.4/100K
	18% above US avg
Burglary	344.0/100K
Theft	1,774.3/100K
Vehicle Theft	190.1/100K
Arson	1.5/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	17
Traffic Accidents	667
Avg Accident Severity	2.7 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters	91

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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San Marcos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 300 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 584 feet.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	68.6°F
	27% above US avg
January Average	51°F (10°C)
July Average	85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	300 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	584 ft (178 m)
Area	39.9 sq mi (103.4 km²)
Population Density	1,726/sq mi
Coordinates	29.8724°N, 97.9360°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Caldwell County County
Nearest Airport	Austin-Bergstrom International (AUS) 27 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.6"

4% below US avg

Snowfall 0.0"

Wettest Month (May) 4.96"

Driest Month (Mar) 1.89"

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	79.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability	64.7 / 100
Community Resilience	9.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Relatively Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Relatively Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

206 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.7 on Jul 30, 2025.

Oct 20, 2011	14 km SSW of Falls City, Texas	M4.8	113 km
Jan 30, 2025	18 km ENE of Falls City, Texas	M4.6	91 km
Feb 17, 2024	3 km SSW of Falls City, Texas	M4.5	103 km
Feb 17, 2024	3 km S of Falls City, Texas	M4.3	103 km
Apr 9, 1993	21 km NW of Pawnee, Texas	M4.1	119 km
Sep 14, 2023	16 km ENE of Falls City, Texas	M4.1	92 km
May 1, 2018	4 km SSE of Falls City, Texas	M4.0	103 km
Apr 7, 2008	7 km SSW of Falls City, Texas	M3.9	106 km
Feb 22, 2024	3 km E of Falls City, Texas	M3.9	99 km
Feb 17, 2024	3 km S of Falls City, Texas	M3.9	103 km
Jul 19, 2023	19 km E of Pleasanton, Texas	M3.8	106 km
Feb 17, 2024	2 km S of Falls City, Texas	M3.7	102 km
Feb 12, 2024	3 km S of Falls City, Texas	M3.7	103 km
Jul 20, 1991	8 km SSW of Falls City, Texas	M3.6	108 km
Jun 16, 2019	5 km SE of Falls City, Texas	M3.6	103 km
Jan 6, 2018	17 km SW of Falls City, Texas	M3.6	115 km
May 2, 2024	2 km E of Falls City, Texas	M3.5	99 km
Jan 31, 2025	19 km ENE of Falls City, Texas	M3.5	90 km
Feb 23, 2024	2 km ESE of Falls City, Texas	M3.5	100 km
Feb 19, 2024	0 km ENE of Falls City, Texas	M3.4	99 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Beryl (2024, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2024	Beryl	Category 1	198 km
2021	Nicholas	Category 1	247 km
2017	Harvey	Category 4	144 km
2008	Ike	Category 2	268 km
2003	Claudette	Category 1	174 km
1989	Jerry	Category 1	294 km
1983	Alicia	Category 3	236 km
1980	Allen	Category 1	300 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

429 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 7 fatalities, 241 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
May 27, 1997	EF4	56 km	1
Apr 28, 1953	EF4	81 km	2
Oct 12, 2001	EF3	82 km	0
May 27, 1997	EF3	76 km	0
May 13, 1994	EF3	84 km	0
Apr 7, 1980	EF3	76 km	1
Mar 10, 1973	EF3	99 km	0
May 6, 1969	EF3	67 km	0
Sep 20, 1967	EF3	30 km	0
Nov 22, 1961	EF3	79 km	0
May 10, 1959	EF3	50 km	0
Apr 24, 1957	EF3	70 km	0
Apr 30, 1954	EF3	77 km	0
Dec 1, 1953	EF3	41 km	0
Apr 28, 1953	EF3	75 km	0
Apr 28, 1953	EF3	68 km	1
Mar 21, 2022	EF2	61 km	0
Mar 21, 2022	EF2	70 km	0
Mar 21, 2022	EF2	31 km	0
May 3, 2019	EF2	94 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

13 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BASTROP COUNTY COMPLEX (31,838 ac, 2011).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2011	BASTROP COUNTY COMPLEX	31,838	73 km
2011	DELHI	4,735	49 km
2011	SPICEWOOD	4,239	62 km
2015	HIDDEN PINES	3,807	76 km
1984	STEWAIT	3,696	72 km
2022	TRAINING AREA 23	2,696	62 km
2002	UNNAMED	2,234	70 km
2022	BUDDY	1,521	78 km
2009	WILDERNESS RIDGE	1,278	73 km
2007	WILLOW CITY	1,235	95 km
2022	SMOKE RIDER	1,233	46 km
2008	SANDY 2-148	1,144	76 km
2006	PURGATORY	1,004	13 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	51°F (10°C)	2.1 in	Coldest
February	53°F (12°C)	2.2 in
March	61°F (16°C)	1.9 in	Driest
April	67°F (20°C)	2.8 in
May	74°F (24°C)	5.0 in	Wettest
June	80°F (27°C)	4.3 in
July	85°F (29°C)	1.9 in	Warmest
August	84°F (29°C)	2.4 in
September	78°F (26°C)	3.6 in
October	69°F (21°C)	3.5 in
November	59°F (15°C)	2.9 in
December	51°F (11°C)	2.1 in

San Marcos has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 51°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.0") and March the driest (1.9").

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San Marcos is located in Caldwell County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 37.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 11% above the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. 13.5% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 56.6% of the vote, a 14.4-point margin. 83.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 23 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 71 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 71% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.6%

D 42.2%

Winner: Republican by 14.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	17
Traffic Accidents	667
Avg Accident Severity	2.7 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	37.3%
	11% above US avg
High School+	90.9%
Graduate Degree+	13.5%
School Test Score	4.58

B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	1,726/sq mi
Total Area	39.9 sq mi
County	Caldwell County County

Services

Broadband Access	83.9%
Avg Download Speed	87.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	4.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	23
Alt Fuel Stations	25
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	71
Restaurants	75
Retail Stores	92

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.1 min
Drive Alone	71.0%
Public Transit	1.2%
Work from Home	10.1%

Average costs for common services in San Marcos. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$243 ($146–$388)
Specialist Visit	$340 ($194–$534)
Urgent Care Visit	$194 ($97–$340)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,136 ($777–$4,855)
Dental Cleaning	$126 ($73–$194)
Dental Filling	$243 ($146–$388)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement	$291 ($146–$486)
Tire Rotation	$39 ($19–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$583 ($388–$971)
Battery Replacement	$194 ($97–$340)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$97 ($58–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$87 ($49–$136)
HVAC Repair	$388 ($146–$777)
HVAC System Install	$6,797 ($3,884–$11,652)
Roof Repair	$971 ($388–$1,942)
Roof Replacement	$8,739 ($5,341–$14,565)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,457 ($486–$3,399)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,565 ($4,855–$29,130)
DUI Defense	$4,855 ($1,942–$9,710)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,457 ($777–$2,913)
Will Preparation	$486 ($194–$971)
Trust Preparation	$2,428 ($971–$4,855)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut	$53 ($29–$97)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$146 ($73–$243)
Manicure	$24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure	$39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour)	$78 ($49–$126)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.98 ($2.91–$5.34)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.40 ($2.43–$4.86)
Loaf of Bread	$3.69 ($2.43–$5.34)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.37 ($2.91–$6.31)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.34 ($3.88–$7.28)
Rice (per lb)	$0.97 ($0.58–$1.75)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$136 ($78–$243)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly)	$68 ($39–$97)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$63 ($29–$97)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$83 ($49–$146)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$194 ($73–$486)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,942 ($1,165–$3,399)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$68 ($29–$126)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$15 ($7.77–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$97 ($29–$243)
Driver's License Renewal	$29 ($15–$73)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,165 ($583–$2,428)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$971 ($486–$1,942)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$388 ($194–$680)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$49 ($24–$97)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$971 ($388–$2,428)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,138 ($4,855–$29,130)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$58 ($29–$97)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$97 ($49–$194)
Dog Grooming	$58 ($29–$97)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$39 ($19–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$291 ($146–$486)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$194 ($97–$388)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$875
Toddler	$818
Preschool	$792
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$784
Toddler	$745
Preschool	$736

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Caldwell County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Retail Trade	1,678	106	$36,850	1.62
Health Care & Social Assistance	1,481	80	$58,177	1.00
Accommodation & Food Services	1,454	94	$25,447	1.55
Construction	952	110	$76,843	1.75
Transportation & Warehousing	530	34	$85,341	1.21
Manufacturing	399	34	$56,528	0.47
Professional & Technical Services	283	61	$92,117	0.39
Finance & Insurance	220	45	$60,162	0.52
Mining & Oil/Gas	200	18	$65,199	5.11
Other Services	174	54	$46,748	0.56
Agriculture & Forestry	170	24	$45,136	2.03
Wholesale Trade	159	28	$55,309	0.39
Educational Services	87	12	$49,855	0.41
Arts & Entertainment	87	10	$70,468	0.50
Real Estate	55	31	$59,219	0.34
Utilities	54	6	$95,504	1.37
Information & Technology	28	8	$40,642	0.14
Unclassified	26	14	$67,238	1.80

Colleges & Universities in San Marcos

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Texas State University	Public · Graduate	41,676	89.5%	$11,450	$23,210
Total Transformation Institute of Cosmetology	Private For-Profit · Certificate	129	—	—	—

Hospitals in San Marcos

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
CHRISTUS SANTA ROSA HOSPITAL-SAN MARCOS	Acute Care Hospitals	4/5	Yes	(512) 753-3511

Schools in San Marcos

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
SAN MARCOS H S	High	2,536	163	15.6:1
MILLER MIDDLE	Middle	986	56	17.6:1
GOODNIGHT MIDDLE	Middle	866	62	14.0:1
BLANCO VISTA EL	Elementary	731	47	15.6:1
DEZAVALA EL	Elementary	575	46	12.5:1
TRAVIS EL	Elementary	535	37	14.5:1
CROCKETT EL	Elementary	525	38	13.8:1
HERNANDEZ EL	Elementary	525	44	11.9:1
RODRIGUEZ EL	Elementary	498	34	14.6:1
MENDEZ EL	Elementary	496	43	11.5:1
BOWIE EL	Elementary	479	34	14.1:1
BONHAM PRE-K SCHOOL	—	426	22	19.4:1

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Radio Stations near San Marcos

32 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Infowars	conservative talk, intelligent speech	MP3 64 kbps
GUITAR - SEGOVIA	—	MP3
Big Blue Swing	blues, swing	MP3 64 kbps
KOOP	community radio	MP3 320 kbps
98.1 KVET	country	AAC
96.7 KISS FM KHFI Austin	hits, hot adult contemporary	AAC
KMFA 89.5	—	MP3 128 kbps
Fabulous Fred FM	traditional pop	MP3 128 kbps
KGNB AM 1420 New Braunfels	classic country, country	AAC+ 32 kbps
96.7 KISS FM - KHFI-FM Austin	pop, top 40	AAC
KUTX AMX	—	AAC+ 64 kbps
KVRX	—	MP3 192 kbps
KUT 90.5 FM (2024 Stream, 128 kbps mp3)	npr	MP3 128 kbps
KMFA 89.5 Austin, TX	classical, public radio	MP3 128 kbps
ADRENALINE Tech House Radio	—	MP3 128 kbps
ProgRock.com	progressive rock	MP3 192 kbps
KUTX TMX	—	AAC+ 64 kbps
KOOPRadio - 91.7 FM - Austin, TX	—	AAC+ 64 kbps
War Room	news talk	AAC+ 32 kbps
KUTX 98.9 FM (AAC)	—	AAC+ 64 kbps
University of Texas Radio	aaa, adult alternative	AAC 48 kbps
JOY512	christian, christian contemporary	MP3 128 kbps
Travis County Police	austin, police	MP3 16 kbps
KFAN 107.9	country, local news	AAC+ 32 kbps
KUT 90.5 FM	—	AAC+ 64 kbps
Hot Tejano (Austin) - Online - www.hottejano.com - hottejano.com LLC - Austin, Texas	austin, country	MP3 128 kbps
KAZI 88.7	urban contemporary	AAC+ 32 kbps
KMFA	classical	MP3 128 kbps
Sun Radio	rock	AAC+ 32 kbps
KDRP-LP "Sun Radio" 100.1 FM Austin, TX	alternative country, americana	AAC+ 32 kbps
Anerican Journal	news talk	AAC+ 32 kbps
KTSW	university radio	AAC+ 96 kbps

Campgrounds Near San Marcos

3 campgrounds found near San Marcos.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
CRANES MILL PARK	4.4/5	63	$26–$35
POTTERS CREEK PARK	4.4/5	119	$26–$100
North Park	4.2/5	19	$20

National Parks Near San Marcos

14 national parks and monuments found near San Marcos.

Park	Type	Fee
Bastrop State Park	State Park	Free
Blanco State Park	State Park	Free
Buescher State Park	State Park	Free
El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail	National Historic Trail	Free
Guadalupe River State Park	State Park	Free
Inks Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Lockhart State Park	State Park	Free
Longhorn Cavern State Park	State Park	Free
Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site	State Park	Free
McKinney Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Palmetto State Park	State Park	Free
Pedernales Falls State Park	State Park	Free
San Antonio Missions National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free

Museums in San Marcos

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
SOPHIENBURG MEMORIAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM		8306291572	$225,956
SOPHIENBURG MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES	HISTORY MUSEUM		8306291572	$225,956
NEW BRAUNFELS MASONIC HISTORICAL MUSEUM & LIBRARY FOUNDATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$183,012
NEW BRAUNFELS HISTORIC RAILROAD AND MODELERS SOCIETY	HISTORY MUSEUM	302 W SAN ANTONIO STREET	8306272447	$149,615
NEW BRAUNFELS CONSERVATION SOCIETY	GENERAL MUSEUM		8306292943	$148,097
TEXAS AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION AND HERITAGE CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		8303790933	$133,345
HERITAGE SOCIETY OF NEW BRAUNFELS	HISTORY MUSEUM		8306296504	$80,545
CRAWFORD FAMILY HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1701 TEXAS 123	5123967586	$70,999
INDIGENOUS CULTURES INSTITUTE	HISTORY MUSEUM		5123933310	$64,493
HERITAGE ASSOCIATION OF SAN MARCOS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	400 W HOPKINS ST	5123924295	$53,439
LYNDON BAINES JOHNSON MUSEUM OF SAN MARCOS	HISTORY MUSEUM	131 N GUADALUPE STREET	5123533300	$47,904
GORGE PRESERVATION SOCIETY	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		8309646465	$45,999
NEW BRAUNFELS CONSERVATION SOCIETY	GENERAL MUSEUM	1300 CHURCH HILL DRIVE	2106292943	$34,669
AQUARENA CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		5122457539
CALABOOSE AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	200 W MARTIN LUTHER KING DR	5123530124
CALABOOSE AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5123530124
CENTRAL TEXAS MUSEUM-AUTOMTV	GENERAL MUSEUM		5122372635
CHARLES S COCK HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5123924295
DICK'S CLASSIC CAR MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5128782406
FRIENDS FOR THE PRESERVATION OF HISTORIC LANDA PARK	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HERITAGE TRAIL RIDE ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MCKENNA CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		8306069525
MEXICAN AMERICAN CENTRO	GENERAL MUSEUM		5128780640
NEW BRAUNFELS MUSEUM OF ART & MUSIC	ART MUSEUM
PECAN MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	5440 S HWY 123 BYPASS	8303722850
PIONEER FLIGHT MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8306394644
SAN MARCOS NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	630 EAST HOPKINS	5123938447
TEXAS MILITARY FORCES MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5127825659
UNIVERSITY GALLERIES	ART MUSEUM		8175157607

Libraries in San Marcos

Name	Address	Annual Visits
SAN MARCOS PUBLIC LIBRARY	625 E HOPKINS ST	358,576
NEW BRAUNFELS PUBLIC LIBRARY	700 E COMMON ST	283,790
KYLE PUBLIC LIBRARY	550 SCOTT ST	133,154
WIMBERLEY VILLAGE LIBRARY	400 FM 2325	86,042
TYE PRESTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY	16311 S ACCESS RD	69,324
BUDA PUBLIC LIBRARY	303 MAIN ST	61,693
TRI-COMMUNITY LIBRARY	6910 HWY 80	11,100

Farmers Markets in San Marcos

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Website
Downtown Buda Farmers Market	121 N. Main Street
Freiheit Village Farmers Market	2032 Central Plaza	03/20/2019 to 12/18/2019	Wed: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Visit
New Braunfels Farmers Market				Visit
San Marcos/New Braunfels Farmers Market Association	104 C.M. Allen Parkway			Visit
San Marcos/New Braunfels Farmers Market Association	100 San Antonio st			Visit

Hotels in San Marcos

21 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Baymont San Marcos

Best Western

Candlewood Suites

Classic Inn

Comfort Inn & Suites

Comfort Suites Near Texas State University

Country Inn & Suites, San Marcos, TX

Courtyard San Marcos

Embassy Suites

Fairfield Inn & Suites Austin San Marcos

Hampton Inn & Suites - San Marcos

Hilton Garden Inn

Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Marcos South

Holiday Inn San Marcos Convention Center Area

Homewood Suites San Marcos

La Quinta Inn

La Quinta Inn & Suites

Quality Inn

Red Roof Inn San Marcos

Residence Inn San Marcos

Studio 6 San Marcos

Restaurants in San Marcos

69 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

54th Street Restaurant & Drafthouse

Anchor Bar

Bill Miller Bar-B-Q

Bird Dog

Black's Barbecue San Marcos

Blue Dahlia Bistro

Branding Iron BBQ

Cafe on the Square

Casa de Don Lorenzo

Casa Maria Mexican Restaurant and Bakery

Cheddar's

Chepo's

Chili's

China Max

Chuy's

Cody's Restaurant and Bar

Cool Mint Cafe

Cracker Barrel

CRAFThouse Kitchen & Tap

Garcia's Mexican Food Restaurant

Garcia's Mexican Restaurant

Gatti's Pizza

Grins Restaurant

Gumby's Pizza

Hays County Barbecue

Herbert's Taco Hut

Hooters

IHOP

In-and-Out Burger

Italian Garden

Ivar's River Pub

Japan Latino Sushi & Steak

Johnny Rockets

Kerbey Lane Cafe

Kobe Japanese Steak House

Kobe Steakhouse

Los Vega

Louie's Oyster Bar

McAlister's Deli

North Street Curry Shop

Olive Garden

Outback Steakhouse

Palmer's Restaurant, Bar & Courtyard

Panhandler

Pluckers Wing Bar

Red Lobster

Rollin' Bowl

Root Cellar

Sakura

Saltgrass Steak House

San Marcos Barbecue

Sea Barra

Shai Yo Thai

Taqueria El Charro Tapatio

Taqueria La Fonda

Taste of China Super Buffet

Texas Roadhouse

Thai Thai Cafe

The Pita Shop

Toma Taco

Toro Ramen and Poke Barn

Twin Peaks

Umami Sushi

Valentino's

Vodka Street

Wok & Roll

Zen's Pizza

Cafes in San Marcos

18 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Babe's Doughnut and Coffee

Dos Gatos Kolache Bakery

J-Brews Coffeehouse

Jo on the Go

Jo's Cafe

Lazydaze

Mochas & Javas

Starbucks

Stellar Coffee Co.

Tantra Coffee House

Teapioca Lounge

Texas Bean and Brew

The Coffee Shop

Triple Six Social

Wake the Dead Coffee House

Cinemas in San Marcos

3 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Starplex Cinemas

Texas Cinemas Showplace

The SPOT Cinema Eatery

Theatres in San Marcos

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Performing Arts Center (PERF)

Theatre Center (THEA)

Monuments in San Marcos

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Great Old Bell

Zoos in San Marcos

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Texas Wildlife Petting Park

Theme Parks in San Marcos

1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wonder World Park

Clinics in San Marcos

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Student Health Center-Thorpe Lane

Dentists in San Marcos

7 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AquaSprings Dental of San Marcos

Crescent Dental

Mermaid Dental of San Marcos

San Marcos Family Dentistry

Sullivan & Carothers Dental: Carothers Corey DDS

The Dental Space

Van De Walle Family Dentistry of San Marcos

Veterinaries in San Marcos

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Springtown Veterinary Hospital

Train Stations in San Marcos

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

San Marcos Station

Bus Stations in San Marcos

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CARTS San Marcos

Gas Stations in San Marcos

25 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven

Chevron

Conoco

Exxon

H-E-B Fuel

Murphy USA

RaceWay

Sam's Club

Shell

Sunoco

Texaco

Valero

Banks in San Marcos

11 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

A+ Federal Credit Union

Frost Bank

IBC Bank

PNC Bank

Randolph Brooks Federal Credit Union-branch

Texas Regional Bank

UFCU San Marcos

Shopping Malls in San Marcos

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

San Marcos Premium Outlets

Tanger Outlet Center

Gyms in San Marcos

7 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Armadillo Boulders

Easy Tiger Yoga

Orangetheory Fitness

San Marcos Athletic Club

So High Sports & Fitness Studio

Texas Health & Racquet Club

Zumba Fitness

Golf Courses in San Marcos

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kissing Tree Golf Club

Quail Creek Golf Club

Breweries in San Marcos

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Brewster's Pizza & Wimberley Brewing	Brewery, Pizza Place, Pizza Place and Brewery	9595 Ranch Road 12	[5128473299], 5128473299	Visit
Guadalupe Brewing Company	Food & Drink, Breweries	1580 Wald Rd	5128789214
Mandola Winery	Vineyards, Restaurants, Brewers, Wineries	13308 Fm 150 W	[5128581470], 5128581470	Visit
Middleton Brewing	Food & Drink, Breweries	101 Oakwood Loop	5128473435, [5128473435]
New Braunfels Brewing Co	Food & Drink, Breweries	180 W Mill St	8306262739, [[8306262739]]
Three Dude's Winery	Brewers, Wineries	19577 San Marcos Hwy	[5123925634]

Nursing Homes in San Marcos

3 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
HAYS NURSING & REHAB CENTER 1900 MEDICAL PKWY	Non profit - Corporation	116	77	3/5	—	3/5	2/5	5123961888
REGENT CARE CENTER OF SAN MARCOS 1351 SADLER	For profit - Corporation	174	114	3/5	—	2/5	4/5	5128055000
SAN MARCOS REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE CENTER 1600 N I H 35	For profit - Corporation	129	72	2/5	—	1/5	5/5	5123535026

Pharmacies in San Marcos

14 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
B AND J PHARMACY	2111 HUNTER ROAD	512-392-3301
CENTRAL TEXAS MEDICAL CENTER	1301 WONDER WORLD DRIVE	512-753-3512
CVS - 5776	105 WONDERWORLD DRIVE	512-392-7012
CVS - 7422	920 HIGHWAY 80	512-396-1111
HEB - 243	641 EAST HOPKINS STREET	512-396-2892
HEB - 455	200 WEST HOPKINS STREET	512-396-0303
MEDPARK PHARMACY	2004 MEDICAL PARKWAY	512-353-8900
SAM'S CLUB - 4958	1350 LEAH AVENUE	512-392-1387
TARGET	700 BARNES DRIVE	512-392-7961
TEXAS STATE PHARMACY	298 STUDENT CENTER DRIVE	512-245-3590
THORPE LANE PHARMACY	1346 THORPE LANE	512-353-5042
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 404	1015 HIGHWAY 80	512-353-3000
WALGREENS - 12521	1700 RANCH ROAD 12	512-393-3701
WALGREENS - 4550	639 EAST HOPKINS STREET	512-396-1335

EV Charging Stations in San Marcos

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
San Marcos Premium Outlets - Tesla Supercharger	3939 Interstate 35	Tesla		12	TESLA	public
Tanger Outlets - San Marcos TX Aldo DCFC	4015 Interstate 35	Volta		2	J1772COMBO	public
San Marcos Premium Outlets	3939 S Interstate 35	eVgo Network	4	1	CHADEMO J1772 J1772COMBO	public
COSM_SMEUEVSTAT DOWNTOWN 1	205 E San Antonio St	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
COSM_SMEUEVSTAT EMBASSEY ST1	3101 I-35	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
COSM_SMEUEVSTAT LIBRARY ST1	625 E Hopkins St	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
Fairfield Inn & Suites Austin San MarcosFairfield Inn & Suites, by Marriott - Tesla Destination	1250 North IH-35	Tesla Destination	1		TESLA	public
Holiday Inn San Marcos Texas - Tesla Destination	105 Bintu Dr	Tesla Destination	3		J1772 TESLA	public
HONDA SM STATION 01	4300 N Interstate 35 Frontage Rd	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
Nissan of San Marcos	2980 S IH-35	Non-Networked	1		J1772	private
Nissan of San Marcos	2980 S IH-35	Non-Networked	1		J1772	public
SCHATZILAND RV SCHATZILAND#1	3169 Florence St	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
SCHATZILAND RV SCHATZILAND#2	3169 Florence St	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
SCHATZILAND RV SCHATZILAND#3	3169 Florence St	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
Splash Coworking - Tesla Destination	326 N LBJ Dr	Tesla Destination	4		J1772 TESLA	public
Tanger Outlets - San Marcos TX Adidas	4015 Interstate 35	Volta	2		J1772	public
Tanger Outlets - San Marcos TX Banana Republic Factory	4015 Interstate 35	Volta	2		J1772	public
Tanger Outlets - San Marcos TX H&M	4015 Interstate 35	Volta	1		J1772	public
Tanger Outlets - San Marcos TX Kirkland's	4015 Interstate 35	Volta	1		J1772	public
Tanger Outlets - San Marcos TX Old Navy Outlet	4015 Interstate 35	Volta	2		J1772	public
The Grand at Stonecreek	490 Barnes Drive	Blink Network	1		J1772	public
The View on the Square	228 S Guadalupe St	AMPUP	2		J1772	public

Cell Towers in San Marcos

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
422 VOGES (59636)	GTOWER	207
422 VOGES (59636)	GTOWER	207
426 Voges (59636)	GTOWER	207
426 Voges (59636)	GTOWER	207
4415-B W FM 150 (84755)	LTOWER	91
4415-B W FM 150 (84755)	LTOWER	91
4415-B W FM 150 (84755)	LTOWER	91
4415-B W FM 150 (84755)	LTOWER	91
55 Acord Road (81965)	LTOWER	78
12552 Camino Road	LTOWER	78
12552 Camino Road	LTOWER	78
12552 Camino Road	LTOWER	78
61 Acord Road (81965)	LTOWER	78
61 Acord Road (81965)	LTOWER	78
15417 HIGHWAY 90 EAST (9288)	MTOWER	61
15417 HIGHWAY 90 EAST (9288)	MTOWER	61
1320 OLD LEHMAN ROAD (59631)	LTOWER	59
1320 OLD LEHMAN ROAD (59631)	LTOWER	59
1320 Old Lehman Road (59631)	LTOWER	59
1320 Old Lehman Road (59631)	LTOWER	59
1301 CRYSTAL RIVER PARKWAY (7720)	MTOWER	55
1301 CRYSTAL RIVER PARKWAY (7720)	MTOWER	55
710 Baker Road (59454)	MTOWER	50
710 BAKER ROAD (59454)	MTOWER	50
710 BAKER ROAD (59454)	MTOWER	50
710 Baker Road (59454)	MTOWER	50
6050 SOUTH IH-35 (83340)	MTOWER	47
6050 SOUTH IH-35 (83340)	MTOWER	47
6050 SOUTH IH-35 (83340)	MTOWER	47
6050 SOUTH IH-35 (83340)	MTOWER	47
US HWY 183 & 1327 (7816)	MTOWER	22
US HWY 183 & 1327 (7816)	MTOWER	22
US HWY 183 & 1327 (7816)	MTOWER	22
US HWY 183 & 1327 (7816)	MTOWER	22

Fire Stations in San Marcos

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
San Marcos Fire Department	100 Carlson CIR	Career			512-805-2660
South Hays Fire Department	3528 Hunter RD	Mostly volunteer			512-754-7963

Power Plants Near San Marcos

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
SOUTHWEST TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY	NOT AVAILABLE	NOT AVAILABLE	-97.9	NOT AVAILABLE
HAYS ENERGY PROJECT	NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBINED CYCLE	221112	-98.0	OP

Bridges in San Marcos

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2004	460	140,692	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2004	162	140,692	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2023	430	134,690	G
Culvert	Concrete	1958	27	131,260	F
Culvert	Concrete	1935	47	117,230	G
Culvert	Concrete	1958	43	117,230	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1996	270	117,230	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1996	295	117,230	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1935	746	107,121	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2004	225	107,121	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2020	300	93,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2001	300	93,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1963	248	81,753	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1963	248	76,328	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1963	222	62,026	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1963	150	62,026	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1963	200	62,026	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1963	222	57,108	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1963	150	51,766	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1963	200	51,766	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2004	222	40,149	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1990	625	32,120	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2004	745	20,570	G
Slab	Concrete	1930	110	18,225	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete	1965	212	14,973	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	2014	125	14,900	G
Culvert	Concrete	2001	23	14,798	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1934	114	14,660	G
Culvert	Concrete	1962	63	12,930	G
Culvert	Concrete	1962	44	12,930	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2006	1,136	12,741	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1929	86	12,520	P
Culvert	Concrete	2015	28	11,656	G
Other	Prestressed concrete	2011	330	10,559	G
Other	Prestressed concrete	2013	87	10,193	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete	1978	91	10,143	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2010	2,350	9,890	G
Culvert	Concrete	2010	61	9,890	G
Culvert	Concrete	2010	31	9,890	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2023	898	9,600	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2023	615	9,600	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2023	2,538	9,600	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2016	350	9,002	G
Culvert	Concrete	1940	35	8,732	G
Culvert	Concrete	1940	61	8,732	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2022	480	8,633	G
Culvert	Concrete	2014	34	7,921	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2022	510	7,397	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2022	162	7,397	G
Culvert	Concrete	2009	39	6,911	G
Culvert	Concrete	2022	87	6,677	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2022	450	6,677	G
Culvert	Concrete	1993	86	6,460	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2004	880	5,870	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete	1978	122	5,400	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2016	350	5,277	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2010	100	5,055	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2010	100	4,824	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2022	220	4,260	G
Culvert	Concrete	1938	31	3,670	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2013	50	3,513	G
Culvert	Concrete	2015	21	3,500	G
Culvert	Concrete	1974	24	3,500	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2018	1,555	3,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2006	57	2,800	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2006	55	2,800	G
Culvert	Concrete	2002	40	2,368	G
Other	Prestressed concrete	2015	100	1,847	G
Culvert	Concrete	2022	30	1,569	G
Culvert	Concrete	2005	111	1,200	F
Culvert	Concrete	2005	128	1,200	F
Culvert	Concrete	2005	21	1,200	G
Culvert	Concrete	1977	23	1,080	F
Culvert	Concrete	2016	28	700	G
Other	Prestressed concrete	2008	175	366	G
Culvert	Concrete	2000	30	300	G
Culvert	Concrete	2011	32	100	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Steel	2022	66	100	G

Correctional Facilities in San Marcos

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
HAYS COUNTY JAIL	1307 UHLAND RD	COUNTY	303	362	OPEN
HAYS COUNTY JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER	2250 CLOVIS BARKER RD	COUNTY	-999	142	OPEN

Amtrak Stations in San Marcos

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
San Marcos, TX	338 South Guadalupe Street	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near San Marcos

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
GUADALUPE GENERATING STATION	5740 WEIL RD	GUADALUPE
TEXAS LEHIGH CEMENT COMPANY	701 CEMENT PLANT RD	HAYS

Airports Near San Marcos

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Austin Bergstrom International Airport	AUS	Large Airport
San Antonio International Airport	SAT	Large Airport
Austin Executive Airport	—	Medium Airport
Lackland Air Force Base	SKF	Medium Airport
New Braunfels National Airport	—	Medium Airport
Randolph Air Force Base	RND	Medium Airport
San Marcos Regional Airport	—	Medium Airport
Stinson Municipal Airport	SSF	Medium Airport
4S Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Alexander Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Alison Air Park	—	Small Airport
Ausmus Airport	—	Small Airport
Austin Air Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Austin Paramotor Flight School	—	Small Airport
Bailey Airport	—	Small Airport
Bat Cave Field	—	Small Airport
Bear Creek Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Blanco Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Bleakley Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Bud Dryden Airport	—	Small Airport
Bulverde Airpark	—	Small Airport
Burg Lake Aero Airport	—	Small Airport
Byram Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Cajun Hills Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Camp Bullis ALS Airport	—	Small Airport
Canyon Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Chan-C Airport	—	Small Airport
Chips Airport	—	Small Airport
Cibolo Sea-Willo Airpark	—	Small Airport
Cross Triangle Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Cross-B Airport	—	Small Airport
Danz Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Dawson Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Del Valle Airport	—	Small Airport
Dunman Mountain Airport	—	Small Airport
Elgin Intracontinental Airport	—	Small Airport
Elm Creek Airpark	—	Small Airport
Fall Creek Air Ranch STOLport	—	Small Airport
Fentress Airpark	—	Small Airport
Flying J Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying R Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying X River Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Garrett Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Granite Shoals Bob Sylvester Airpark	—	Small Airport
H Young Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Hank Sasser Airport at Breakaway	—	Small Airport
Harmony Field	—	Small Airport
Harris Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Hauptrief Aero Airport	—	Small Airport
Haverlah East Farm Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in San Marcos

4 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Comal County Sheriffs Office	3005 West San Antonio Street
Kyle Public Safety Center	1700 Kohlers Crossing
New Braunfels Police Department	1488 South Seguin Avenue
Pecan Building (PECN)	1321 Academy Street

Grocery Stores in San Marcos

50 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
7-Eleven 41670H	Convenience Store	1103 Highway 80
7-eleven Convenience Store 38610A	Convenience Store	2201 S Interstate 35
7-eleven Convenience Store 40579A	Convenience Store	1200 Highway 80
7-Eleven Convenience Store 42153A	Convenience Store	1231 E Mccarty
7-Eleven Convenince Store 40560A	Convenience Store	2101 N State Highway 123
African Eats & Market	Convenience Store	1330 Aquarena Springs Dr
Bob Cat Express	Convenience Store	1547 Post Rd
CVS PHARMACY INC 7422	Other	920 Highway 80
CVS/ PHARMACY INC 5776	Other	105 Wonder World Dr
DOLLAR GENERAL 3951	Other	202 Porter St
Dollar General 5728	Other	102 Willow Springs Dr
DOLLAR GENERAL 7191	Other	905 Highway 80
Dollar Tree 1172	Other	1050 McKinley Place Dr
Dollar Tree 7427	Other	1021 Highway 80
Fast Break 7	Convenience Store	1636 Aquarena Springs Dr
Fast Break 8	Convenience Store	1202 N Highway 123
Fuel Time	Convenience Store	1699 N Interstate 35
HEB 243	Supermarket	641 E Hopkins St
HEB 455	Supermarket	200 W Hopkins St
HERBERTS GROCERY	Convenience Store	419 Riverside Dr
Kubo	Farmers and Markets	1109 Dartmouth St
Lone Star Family Market 10	Grocery Store	1300 N Highway 123
Mills Street Market	Supermarket	641 Mill St
Murphy Express 8833	Convenience Store	1201 Highway 80
Pac N Go 901	Convenience Store	1501 Post Rd
Pac N Go 904	Convenience Store	101 Linda Dr
Poco Loco Supermercado 20	Supermarket	900 Bugg Ln
Quinta Caporales Meat Market	Supermarket	1105 N Highway 123
Rainbow Food Mart	Convenience Store	1702 N IH 35
Refuel 1328	Convenience Store	207 N Interstate 35
Refuel 1333	Convenience Store	934 N Interstate 35
Refuel 1334	Convenience Store	1214 S Interstate 35
Refuel 352	Convenience Store	2438 S IH 35
Riverside Mart Enterprises Inc	Convenience Store	1101 N State Highway 123
Sam's Club 4958	Super Store	1350 Leah Ave
Snax Max 2	Convenience Store	704 E Hopkins St
STRIPES 40576H	Convenience Store	3936 S Interstate 35
STRIPES 40577H	Convenience Store	1302 W Hopkins St
STRIPES 40578H	Convenience Store	1420 Blanco St
STRIPES 40580H	Convenience Store	2050 S Interstate 35
STRIPES 40581H	Convenience Store	1550 S Interstate 35
Stripes No. 5203 5203	Convenience Store	1901 N Interstate 35
Sunny Foods	Convenience Store	1701 Old Ranch Road 12
Sunrise Market	Convenience Store	2745 Hunter Rd
Super Stop	Convenience Store	1525 Aquarena Springs Dr
Target Store 2438	Super Store	700 Barnes St
Target Store T3335	Super Store	101 Concho St
Walgreens 04550	Other	639 E Hopkins St
WALGREENS 12521	Other	1700 Ranch Road 12
Walmart 404	Super Store	1015 HIGHWAY 80

Post Offices in San Marcos

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
San Marcos Post Office	210 South Stagecoach Trail

Treatment Centers in San Marcos

3 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
River City Rehabilitation Center Inc - New Braunfels	Substance Abuse	830-620-0282
San Marcos Treatment Center	Mental Health	512-396-8500 x3204
Sunrise Rehab and Recovery - DBA Evoke Wellness	Substance Abuse	512-667-7677

DOL Wage Violations in San Marcos

67 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $2,392,019 in back wages owed to 1,252 employees.

Violations

$2,392,019

Back Wages Owed

1,252

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
All Services Express Inc.	MAJOR	—	78666	—	1	$757,517	$5,570	136
E Stewart Staffing	SIGNIFICANT	—	78666	—	1	$182,621	$2,899	63
Quality Hardwood Floors, Inc.	SIGNIFICANT	—	78666	—	1	$179,401	$2,941	61
COTECHNO GROUP, INC. [OSHA]	SIGNIFICANT	—	78666	Broadwoven Fabric Mills	1	$176,801	$5,200	34
Rami Transportation	SIGNIFICANT	—	78666	—	1	$173,426	$2,628	66
Platinum Staffing LLC	SIGNIFICANT	—	78666	—	1	$158,639	$2,689	59
US Security Service	SIGNIFICANT	—	78666	—	1	$133,071	$2,511	53
Active Deployment Systems (ADS)	—	—	78666	—	1	$95,458	$2,652	36
Ironman Specialty Fluids	—	—	78667	—	1	$77,698	$996	78
RR Constructors & Company	—	—	78666	—	1	$44,754	$2,238	20
Blacks Barbeque	—	—	78666	—	1	$40,818	$729	56
BERRY AVIATION INC.	—	—	78666	Couriers and Express Delivery Services	1	$39,915	$3,326	12
Hays County Barbeque	—	—	78666	—	1	$39,700	$611	65
Taste of China	—	—	78666	—	1	$35,325	$1,413	25
Bradford Brothers Electric	—	—	78667	—	1	$21,783	$2,723	8
Country Inn & Suites	—	—	78666	—	1	$19,179	$446	43
Diamondback Landscaping	—	—	78666	—	1	$17,325	$1,333	13
Irondale Industrial Contractor	—	—	78666	—	1	$16,813	$2,402	7
ABM Industry Group	—	—	78666	—	1	$15,640	$15,640	1
Sac-N-Pac/Stripes	—	—	78666	—	1	$14,800	$3,700	4
TMT Solutions, Inc.	—	—	78666	—	1	$14,033	$1,403	10
San Marcos Air Conditioning	—	—	78666	—	1	$13,331	$1,025	13
Sac-N-Pac Stores, Inc	—	—	78666	—	1	$9,009	$4,504	2
Central Texas Protective Services	—	—	78666	—	1	$8,695	$1,449	6
Garcia's Mexican Food Restaurant	—	—	78666	—	1	$8,009	$400	20
San Marcos Truck Stop	—	—	78666	—	1	$7,356	$1,471	5
Rogelio's Restaurant	—	—	78666	—	1	$6,914	$576	12
Copperhead P & A	—	—	78666	—	1	$6,721	$517	13
JNC Construction	—	—	78666	—	1	$5,325	$205	26
Dixie Cream	—	—	78666	—	1	$5,220	$5,220	1
Fuschak's Pit BBQ	—	—	78666	—	1	$5,090	$154	33
San Marcos Rehabilitation & Health Care	—	—	78666	—	1	$5,084	$1,695	3
EARTH BURGER	—	—	78666	Limited-Service Restaurants	1	$4,883	$136	36
Rubber Coating Systems, Inc.	—	—	78666	—	1	$4,271	$854	5
Garcia's Mexican Restaurant	—	—	78666	—	1	$4,119	$129	32
Imperial Garden	—	—	78666	—	1	$3,633	$727	5
Wok and Roll	—	—	78666	—	2	$3,624	$3,624	1
Garcia's Mexican Food Restaurant (Dutton)	—	—	78666	—	1	$3,552	$187	19
Platinum Communications	—	—	78666	—	1	$3,242	$3,242	1
Abel Santellana	—	—	78666	—	1	$2,599	$1,299	2
Barrientos Concrete	—	—	78666	—	1	$2,451	$144	17
Days Inn	—	Wyndham Hotels	78666	—	1	$2,348	$2,348	1
Chuck Nash Chevrolet	—	—	78667	—	1	$2,030	$406	5
Texas Cinema / Starplex	—	—	78666	—	1	$2,023	$39	52
Ash & Associates, LLC	—	—	78666	—	1	$1,958	$979	2
Palmer's Restaurant Bar and Grill	—	—	78666	—	1	$1,932	$92	21
Race Way #6811	—	—	78666	—	1	$1,773	$197	9
Texas State University	—	—	78666	—	1	$1,728	$1,728	1
La Fonda Restaurant, Inc.	—	—	78666	—	1	$1,703	$852	2
Johnny Rockets	—	—	78666	—	1	$1,654	$236	7

Churches & Religious Organizations in San Marcos

71 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
1 AGAPE FELLOWSHIP OF SAN MARCOS	900 BARBARA DR
242 CHURCH OF SAN MARCOS	PO BOX 633
ABBAS RIVER MINISTRIES	100 AMY LN
ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN CHURCH	20131 SAN MARCOS HWY
ALTERNATIVE LIFE MOVING STRATEGIES ALMS INC	PO BOX 1446
BLUEPRINTS FOR LIVING MINISTRIES INC	173 DANDELION TRL
BREAKING BREAD OUTREACH MINISTRY	PO BOX 163
BURNING EMBERS MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 7
CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH	1906 N IH 35
CALVARY CHAPEL OF THE SPRINGS	310 W HUTCHISON ST
CHABAD OF SAN MARCOS	818 WACO ST
CHRIST CHAPEL AT TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SAN MARCOS	PO BOX 1803
CHRIST COMMUNITY CHURCH SAN MARCOS	421 SPRINGTOWN WAY
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY	1208 AMHERST ST
EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF AMERICA	350 BARNES DR STE 101
FIESTA WITH THE LORD	PO BOX 1021
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH NBC	420 S MITCHELL ST
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH	3105 RANCH ROAD 12
FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH OF SAN MARCOS TX	130 W HOLLAND ST
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH SAN MARCOS TEXAS	410 W HUTCHISON ST
FREE THEM MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 708
FRIENDS OF HOLY TRINITY OAXACA	705 SNYDER HILL DR
FULL PROOF MAN INC	236 SAGE MEADOWS DR
GLAD MISSION	700 N LBJ DR STE 112 # J
GRACE BIBLE CHURCH	218 COUNTRY ESTATES DR
GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH	PO BOX 766
GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH	1250 BELVIN ST
GREATER LIFE OF RESTORATION MINISTRIES	196 BRIDLEWOOD DR
HEART SAN MARCOS CHURCH INC	102 WONDER WORLD DR STE 304614
HERMANDAD DISCIPOLOS DE JESUS	624 E HOPKINS ST
IGLESIA CRISTIANA PENTECOSTES COLUMNA Y BALUARTE DE LA VERDAD	325 S GUADALUPE ST
IGLESIA DE CRISTO NUEVO PACTO SAN ANTONIO	165 S GUADALUPE ST STE 120
IGNITING PRAYER ACTION	608 COPPER SAGE DR
INTERNATIONAL SUPREME MASTER CHING HAI MEDITATION ASSN OF AUSTIN INC	2300 ALPINE TRL
JACKSON CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST	PO BOX 109
JESUS RESCUED ME MINISTRY	PO BOX 1715
KINGDOM SOUND NETWORK	208 GOLDEN GROVE PKWY
LIFE UNLIMITED MINISTRIES INC	304 ANCIENT OAK WAY
LIONS INTERNATIONAL DISTRICT 2-S3 CHARITIES INC	2625 ROLLING OAKS
LUTHERAN CAMPUS MINISTRY AT SOUTHWEST TEXAS STATE UNIV	PO BOX 1803
MCCARTY STUDENT CENTER	506 N GUADALUPE ST
MEDICINE FOR THE HEART MINISTRIES INC	332 ANCIENT OAK WAY
MINISTERIO APOSTOLICO AVANCE MISIONERO SAN MARCOS INC	109 CYPRESS CT
NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH	PO BOX 1506
OPEN DOOR GOSPEL CHURCH	3615 DREIBRODT RD
OUR LADY OF WISDOM CATHOLIC CHURCH	100 CONCHO ST
PENTECOSTAL CHURCH OF GOD INC	PO BOX 766
PRODIGALS HOUSE	400 SATILLO STREET
PROMISELAND SAN MARCOS	1650 LIME KILN RD
RALLY CALL MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 954
REFLECTION OF CHRISTS KINGDOM-KYLE INC	107 CENTER POINT RD
RESTORED CHURCH INC	210 S STAGECOACH TRAIL UNIT 1783
ROBERT JAYNE MINISTRIES	119 ELM HOLW
ROCK RIVER CHURCH INC	PO BOX 415
SAN MARCOS BAPTIST ACADEMY	2801 RANCH ROAD 12
SAN MARCOS BAPTIST ACADEMY FOUNDATION INC	2801 RANCH ROAD 12
SOLO CHURCH	2851 BRAND IRON DR
SONRISE INDIA	2137 POST RD
SRI SANATAN DHAM	333 CHEATHAM ST
ST JOHN CATHOLIC CHURCH SAN MARCOS TEXAS	624 E HOPKINS ST
ST MARKS EPISCOPAL CHURCH	3039 RANCH ROAD 12
THE WELL COMMUNITY CHURCH	385 MARY MAX CIR
THREE RIVERS COMMUNITY CHURCH	PO BOX 714
UNITED CAMPUS MINISTRY AT TEXAS STATE	510 N GUADALUPE ST
UNITY CHURCH OF SAN MARCOS	PO BOX 1271
VENTURE MINISTRIES INCORPORATED	2010 STONEHAVEN
VICTORY CHAPEL UNITED PENTECOSTAL CHURCH	210 S STAGECOACH TRL STE 530
VICTORY OUTREACH OF SAN MARCOS INC	PO BOX 1602
WESTOVER BAPTIST CHURCH	1310 ADVANCE ST
WORD OF GRACE APOSTOLIC LUTHERAN CHURCH	PO BOX 580
WORLD OF THE BIBLE MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 827

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Frequently Asked Questions About San Marcos

What is the population of San Marcos?

San Marcos has a population of 68,920 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 1,726 people per square mile, spread across 39.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.1% female and 46.9% male.

Is San Marcos expensive to live in?

San Marcos has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $51,030, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $269,700 (4% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,299 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is San Marcos safe?

San Marcos is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 364 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,308 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, San Marcos receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in San Marcos?

San Marcos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in San Marcos?

San Marcos has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,019. There are 887 business establishments in the area, including 75 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 10.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in San Marcos?

The median home value in San Marcos is $269,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $309,553. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,299. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 30.5%. The average annual property tax is $6,922.

How are the schools in San Marcos?

Schools in San Marcos have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 37.3% of adults in San Marcos hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. 13.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is San Marcos?

The obesity rate in San Marcos is 39.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.3% of adults are smokers. 29.4% are physically inactive. 22.8% of residents report depression. 20.1% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 40.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,899.

What is transportation like in San Marcos?

The average commute in San Marcos is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 71% of workers drive alone to work, 1.2% use public transit, and 10.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of San Marcos?

The racial and ethnic makeup of San Marcos is 63.3% White, 5.6% Black or African American, 3.1% Hispanic or Latino. 71.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 28.9% speak Spanish. 4.3% of the population are military veterans. 13.2% of residents have a disability. 83.9% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Redwood, TX 3,586 pop · 4.6 mi Martindale, TX 1,090 pop · 6.2 mi Kyle, TX 52,439 pop · 9.0 mi Uhland, TX 2,199 pop · 10.5 mi Wimberley, TX 2,873 pop · 12.1 mi Niederwald, TX 1,089 pop · 12.8 mi Woodcreek, TX 2,375 pop · 15.0 mi Lockhart, TX 14,708 pop · 15.1 mi Buda, TX 15,487 pop · 15.2 mi New Braunfels, TX 98,700 pop · 16.1 mi Lake Dunlap, TX 1,230 pop · 16.8 mi Mustang Ridge, TX 1,610 pop · 18.7 mi Manchaca, TX 2,002 pop · 19.1 mi Canyon Lake, TX 32,924 pop · 19.5 mi

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